Environmental Loan Project Manager (Program & Policy Analyst - Adv)

Introduction

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) , Bureau of Community Financial Assistance, Environmental Loans Section is hiring a Federal Program & State Policy Expert to serve as a loan project manager and work closely with the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to ensure the DNR's related policies, programs, and financial activities are in full compliance with federal requirements in the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP).

This position is headquartered at the DNR's central office in Madison, WI. Remote work is available for a portion of the work week, after the initial onboarding period.

Find a meaningful and rewarding career with the DNR! The Bureau of Community Financial Assistance administers many grant and loan programs to develop and support projects that enhance and protect public health, natural resources and the environment, and to provide outdoor recreational opportunities. The Environmental Loans Program , through the SDWLP , awards over $100 million annually to municipalities for drinking water system infrastructure improvements.

We excel at protecting and managing natural resources while supporting the economy and the well-being of our residents. We strive to hire, develop, and retain a talented workforce representative of the people of Wisconsin we serve. We offer training and career growth opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package, and are searching for people with diverse backgrounds to join our dynamic and team-oriented environment.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for assessing federal policies and codes and applying them to our projects. The role will coordinate program fund reviews, ensure policy compliance, and prepare required reports and other documentation. The position coordinates with various DNR programs to ensure budget requests are included in capitalization grant applications and then prepares and submits all capitalization grant documentation to the EPA. The liaison will be directly involved with new federal policy and program requirements for areas such as the Lead Service Line Program, Emerging Contaminants program, and the Build America Buy America Act.

Additionally, this position is the expert at interpreting existing code and statutes. This position analyzes new program requirements at the state and federal level and is responsible for managing all rules associated with the SDWLP. This includes analyzing program needs, identifying code lapses or conflicts, recommending rule revisions and/or new rule language to meet those program requirements, and drafting code language consistent with Legislative Reference Bureau standards.

For more information, please see the Position Description .

Salary Information

Starting pay for this position is between $37.00 - $41.00 per hour ($76,960 to $85,280 annually).

This position is included in the classification of Program and Policy Analyst - Advanced within Pay Schedule/Range 07-03. This position is not represented by a collective bargaining unit. Pay on appointment will follow the provisions of the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, the State of Wisconsin offers an exemplary benefits package with:

• Generous paid time off , including at least 3 1/2 weeks of vacation/personal time, nine paid holidays, and ample sick time that rolls over each year with no cap.
• Excellent and affordable health insurance options (starting at $34/month for single and $83/month for family coverage).
• Other great insurance options (dental, vision, life, and more).
• A top-notch retirement program and optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• A Well Wisconsin program , offering wellness tools and rewards to employees and spouses.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their household members tools, resources, and professional consultation services.
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Job Details

Travel: Travel throughout the state is required occasionally.

Probation: A 12-month probationary period may be required .

Future vacancies: This recruitment may also be used to fill future similar positions .

Background Checks: The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal backgroundchecks on final applicants prior to job offer. Please note that a criminal charge or conviction on your record will not necessarily disqualify you from state employment. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the DNR does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

Eligibility to work in United States: The Department of Natural Resources does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9 upon hire.

Remote Work: Based on an assessment of the goals and work activities, this position may be eligible for remote work. Remote work approval is based on individual circumstances and is subject to supervisor approval and DNR remote work policies. Approval is subject to change without notice based on business needs. Employees with approved remote work arrangements are generally expected to work within the state of Wisconsin.

Qualifications

Please make sure to describe and provide detailed examples within your letter of qualifications and resume for EACH of the following qualifications you meet.

Required qualifications include experience in ALL the following criteria:

• Interpreting federal or state statutes, codes, regulations, policies and/or guidance materials.
• Leading and/or collaborating with diverse workgroups (internal & external) to develop proposals and/or make recommendations related to complex, high level program decisions or new program development.
• Drafting and/or evaluating program related policies.

In addition to the above, best-qualified applicants will also have a combination of the following:

• Project management experience (e.g. develop budgets, timelines, workplans, track project completion, meeting deadlines, etc.)
• Data management experience (i.e. analyzing detailed & complex data and evaluating results to produce oral and written reports)
• Experience with the governmental process of developing or revising state administrative rules (e.g. scope statement, green sheet package, public hearing documents, proposed rule language in board order format, fiscal estimate, briefing materials, etc.)
• Experience with government full lifecycle policy development (i.e. drafting, review, public comment, outreach, training, and implementation)
• Experience applying for and managing federal grants.

How To Apply

If viewing this posting on an external site (such as indeed.com, etc.), please visit Wisc.Jobs and search for this Job ID: 15593 to complete your application for this posting. Current state employees, including those with Career Executive status, must apply through STAR ESS. Former permanent classified state employees must apply through Wisc.Jobs.

The steps to apply online are quick and easy! Your resume and letter of qualifications are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for further consideration. Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. It is critically important that your application materials clearly describe your experience related to the stated job qualifications. Please review our helpful tips for developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included. References are not required at the time of application but will be required upon successful completion of the interview process. Once you submit your application, you will not be able to make any updates to the application or any materials submitted.

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Disabled veterans: Qualified veterans with a 30% or more service-connected disability are eligible for non-competitive appointment to permanent positions in classified civil service under s 230.275 WI Stats. Please send your letter of qualifications and resume outlining how you meet the required qualifications for the position listed above in the job announcement along with your DD-214 and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to the HR contact listed in this announcement. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.

The State of Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Deadline to Apply

All applications must be received by 11:59 pm central standard time on Wednesday Oct. 9 th , 2024.